Associate Director GTFA (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-09-18

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-OBG ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG OBG

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. 

Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

What You Will Do:

This is a rare and unique opportunity to lead and enhance your experience in the development phase of a commercial engine program which plays a critical role in Pratt & Whitney’s future.

One of the key elements of success for the 30K program is to ensure we deliver on the execution of the GTF Advantage (GTFA) development program, FAR33 airworthiness certification and entry into service while achieving all job ticket metric requirements.  To support this objective, the GTFA program is seeking a Program Manager to lead segments of the overall plan while driving execution.

The Program Manager will work collaboratively with Engineering, Operations, Finance, GTFA model manager, Component Integrated Product Teams (CIPTs), functional disciplines, and other program managers, to achieve the overall objectives.  In addition, the Program Manager will be responsible for regular updates to the GTFA Model Integrated Program Team (MIPT) / Integrated Program Management Team (IPMT) and general support of the GTFA leadership team.

• Establish Program Level 1 milestones for CIPTs and support groups to achieve program goals

• Achieve program milestones and select financial metrics: Engineering and Development (E&D), Material Authorization Memos (MAMs), Capital Expenditure (CapEx), Excess & Obsolete Development material

• Identify program risks, define and implement mitigation plans.

• Development, flight test and production engine support.

• Coordinate with International Aero Engines (IAE) partners on tasks, budgets, and milestone deliveries

• Provide regular updates on overall progress to plan, risks, and mitigation actions to GTFA MIPT / IPMT

• Lead medium to long-term (multi-year / 2-3 year) projects and planning

• Involves a wide range of difficult & complex problem solving

• Recommend functional strategies

• Apply strong interpersonal and communication skills to cultivate, maintain and expand effective working relationships.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor’s Degree and 12 years of program management, engineering, or aftermarket experience; OR Master’s Degree with 10 years of experience as outlined

• Direct experience with program execution and budget management

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience leading teams to effectively manage tasks across multiple cross-functional departments

• Engineering, program office, aftermarket, or fleet management experience

• Ability to drive organizational effectiveness through goal-setting aligned with business objectives

• Ability to effectively communicate, build relationships, gain influence and affect change across complex business interfaces at all levels of the organization

Learn More & Apply Now:

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 157,200 USD - 298,800 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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